What's an inexpensive way to transmit a video signal from a security camera over the Internet?

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boferguson

We have installed security cameras at one location in our business, and have decided it is best to monitor the feeds from a different location. Both sites have high speed internet via cable bodem, and the camera uses a standard RCA video jack. Is there a simple hardware and software solution to transmit the feed to be viewed on a PC screen at our other location? I have looked at Slingbox, but think that may be overkill for our situation. Any help would be appreciated.

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Actually, all you need is a good DVR with internet connection.
http://www.cctvwholesalers.com/?gclid=CKK9mYPw4Y8CFQg1WAodVybkDA
Has several. Run all cams to the DVR, let the output feed the internet.
This one will handle 4 cameras
http://www.cctvwholesalers.com/catalog/1304NET-120fps-4-Camera-MPEG4-DVR-w-Audio--Internet-p-16803.html


I have a couple of clients using this method and it has several advantages over other options. For one they get recorded sessions from the cameras even if they fail to monitor.

How to set up a security camera and view it through the internet?

Bobby Chan

Hi so we have a security camera that allows up to view our property. Does anyone have any step by step instructions on how to set up the camera on a webpage or something through the internet so i am able to view the camera when i am not at home?
thanks.

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One easy solution would be to purchase something like a Linksys internet video camera (linked below) that you can find in many stores or online and runs about $90-$100. Give it power, plug it into your router, and you can access the feed when not at home.

There are other similar products on the market.

If your goal is to use an existing webcam setup, that would be a little more complicated.

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